CHALICE


Meaning of CHALICE in English

transcription, транскрипция: [ tʃælɪs ]

( chalices)

1.

A chalice is a large gold or silver cup with a stem. Chalices are used to hold wine in the Christian service of Holy Communion.

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2.

If you refer to a job or an opportunity as a poisoned chalice , you mean that it seems to be very attractive but you believe it will lead to failure.

He does not regard his new job as a poisoned chalice...

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